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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1912

Page

10

Politicians Busy Everywhere In Cedar Falls Primary Hopes

On May 6 Cedar Falls sees crowded activity as candidates from Ottosen Sumner Henderson Shores and Cina campaign for sheriff railroad commissioner and Congress. Voters show little interest, with June 3 Republican primary expected to draw a small turnout.

Cedar Falls Chiia Ottosen Ottosen A. D. Sumner Tower House of Congress Dave Henderson F. M. Shores Waterloo Cina

Northeastern Iowa Farmers Far Ahead in Spring Work

A tour through a dozen central and southeastern Iowa counties shows farmers in the northeast far advanced in spring tasks while heavy rainfall and wet low grounds slow plowing elsewhere. The piece notes conditions across multiple counties and contrasts regional progress.

Iowa State

Reservations Run Slow for Dallas Airmen Train

Reservations for berths on a special train to the National Airmen’s Convention in Dallas are slow. The committee may countermand the train if not enough notices are received soon, though they hope at least 75 will go. Reservations can be sent to Prof. Hugh G. Van Pelt or A F Slussman at 215 Lafayette Building.

Dallas Tex Hugh G. van Pelt Kimball Dairy Farmer A. F. Slussman Lafayette Building

Water Carnival Makes Night Splash With Motor Boats

Up to a score of motor boats are expected to join the water carnival this evening as organizers anticipate a lively event. Proceedings begin at dusk with spectators lining the waterfront to watch the fleet glide past.

Transfers of Property Notes of the Rick Society Agents

Four State Teachers college faculty members plan European trips for sightseeing and study lasting several months. Names include John Ross Frampton, Miss Mary Townsend, Miss Bertha UL Patt, Miss Henrietta Thornton, and Mrs Alma McMahon. Also notes society meetings, reunions, and local notable moves in Cedar Falls.

Cedar Falls State Teachers’ College Europe John Ross Frampton Mary Townsend Bertha Ul, Patt Henrietta Thornton Alma McMahon

Sedar Falls to Host Northern Iowa Christian Endeavor District Convention

Early in June the annual district convention of the Northern Iowa Christian Endeavor societies will be held in Sedar Falls. Delegates from northern Iowa associations come for a three day session. district officers will issue the program in the last of the week.

Emporia Kan Iowa Missouri Kansas Wisconsin Illinois Cedar Falls Teachers' College Glenn Davis Erickson Northern Iowa Christian Endeavor Societies Northern Iowa

River parade to illuminate with lamps and fireworks

Boats leave from the YMCA landing at 7 30, tow one or two row boats, form near an island and descend the river in order. Owners must supply bicycle lamps and extra lights to illuminate the river, with fireworks for sale at the Y. Participants from clubs and organizations urged to join and bring noise makers. The spectacle aims to attract downtown spectators.

Motor Boat Club

Judge Dilford Smith to Speak on Christian Science

Judge Dilford P F Smith former Mason City district judge will lecture on Christian Science at Waterloo theatre next Thursday evening May 9 at eight o clock. Smith left Mason City practice to become first reader in the First Church.

Dilford PF. Smith Mason City Iowa Waterloo Theatre Smith

Boston Christian Scientist to Lecture on Faith

The Church of Christ Scientist in Boston selects a prominent Christian Scientist known for his speaking ability to lecture under local church auspices. No admission fee. the church hosts this annual talk and invites all to attend.

Church of Christ Scientist Boston Christian Science Church

Deaconess Arranged For First M E Church

A member of First M E Church will pay half the maintenance of a deaconess or assistant pastor enabling the church to secure a deaconess. Pastor Rev W F Spry has sought help and notes deaconesses are scarce. St Pauls Church already employs a deaconess as assistant pastor.

First M. E. Church W. F. Spry St. Paul's Church

Fight Sparks After Fence Fall In Hogwallow

Poke Eazley and Fletcher Henstep clashed Tuesday morning causing a disturbance in Hogwallow Kentucky. Poke fled after a fence incident but returned in a good mood after a long search.

Tan Poke Eazley Fletcher Henstep Poke Hogwallow Kentuckian

Willan Sansman Rites Held for Bremer County Native

Willan Sansman a Bremer county resident since 1879 died at his Denver home after a week of pneumonia. Born Sept 4 1840 in Rodenberg Germany he came to the U S at 27 and became a noted farmer. Survived by wife Marguerita and six children, with siblings in California Illinois and Iowa. Funeral at the home Tuesday at 1 p m conducted by the German church pastor.

Nis Baraoe America Denver Willan Sansman Bremer County Black Hawk County Sassmian Rodenberg Germany Marguerita Hurst John Tripoli Will and Henry A. Sommers Fred Becker Orange Township Otto Truss H. Sasaman Los Angeles Cal Henry Hartman Elchester Frank Durchdenwald Water Joo

Moulin Farces at Waterloo in May Show

Amusements note that a company of fun-makers led by May Burns will perform two of the funniest farces at the Waterloo on Saturday May 11. The all female troupe will deliver lively dancing numbers and latest song hits amid costumed spectacle.

J. Chris Refshauge W. N. Hostrop A. H. Refshauge Edw. Refshauge Ernest and Otte Refshauge Marie Refshauge J. J. Refshauge Marquette Neb Peter Refshauge Hordville Jesse Refahauge Greene Test Andrew Lewis Manufacturing Company Mexico the Waterloo May Burns

Crossing Gates Do Not Protect Waterloo Public

Chicago Great Western officials admit Waterloo pedestrians and drivers ignore lowered crossing gates at Sycamore and Lafayette. After late accidents and deaths public demand led to gates and watch tower but officials say both pedestrians and vehicles pass as if gates were not there, offering little protection.

Sycamore Lafayette Chicago Great Western Railway Waterloo

Workmen Begin Bridge Approaches At Sans Souci

Workmen started filling the approaches to the cut off bridge at Sans Souci this morning. Dirt was secured from the knoll opposite the park entrance. A cement platform will be installed by the street railway company for passenger boarding and alighting. Electric park work also began to prepare for the summer season.

Sans Seuc

Dr Rollins Plans Convention Participation

Dr Walter H Rollins left this morning for Des Moines to attend the Congregational Association of the State board meeting. From the capital city he will proceed to Toledo for the annual convention of the Congregational Missionary Societies of the country, serving as a director of the state association.

K. M. Fullerton C. J. Mentzer Willer J. Jensen C. B. Miller Nes Moines State Dental Sociery Nelson Brown Iowa Falls Walter H. Rollins Drs Moines Congregational Association of State Rollins Toledo Congregational Missionary Societies of State Association

Motorcyclists Enjoy Fine Weather At Prospect Park Track

City riders spent hours on the Prospect park track taking advantage of good weather. The surface remains unfit for racing and will be for about two weeks, delaying speeds. A few scores of riders attended and Ray Parks fell after his rear wheel skidded, though neither he nor the machine was injured.

Prospect Park Ray Parks Parks

O. H. Perkins Dies in Des Moines Businessman

Des Moines resident O. H. Perkins aged 63 and a pioneer, prominent local businessman, died at his home after five weeks of treatment in Rochester Minnesota under Mayo Clinic direction. He had been in ill health for over two years and had traveled extensively.

Des Moines O. H. Perkins

Acme Fire's Doerfler Likely to Lead Atlantic Fire Move East

G A Doerfler, longtime secretary and manager of Cedar Rapids Acme Fire, may relocate to New York to oversee underwriting of the Atlantic Fire being organized by Sovereign Fire interests. Since 1909 he steadied the firm amid internal strife and weak surplus, with rising premiums and stable losses, leaving a solid record as he contemplates this new role.

Chicago Gus A. Doerfler Acme Cedar Rapids New York Atlantic Doerfler Iowa Jroft Sovereign Fire Cryital Atlantic Fire Northwestern Wire & Marine Foersler Atlantic, Fire

Furnished Rooms and Offices for Rent in Hosteter Building

Two furnished rooms with private baths and four housekeeping rooms plus two private rooms suitable for office in Hosteter Building. Modern amenities. Phone 2159 Black. Also nine rooms with bath at 225% W. 4th St. All modern and suitable for office or living. Phone 2159 Black.

Hosteter Bath West Park Ave Thhie

Postmaster Hurt In Motorcycle Collision Near Independence Ave

Raymond postmaster M. Berard was thrown from his motorcycle on Independence avenue at 7 O clock. Front forks broke as he went over a dip, his machine demolished. He was treated at the police station and returned to Raymond on the Sunday train.

Independence Avenue M. Berard Raymond

Fined and Arrests Over Sunday Peddling and Bus Incident

Beezley an express Wagon driver was fined 10 dollars after a fight with McKeen a laborer who was released with the case against him dismissed. The incident occurred when the wagon struck a truck at Chicago Great Western depot. Peddler C A Pines 27 was arrested for selling produce on Sunday and bond forfeited. Auto speed case Paul Ayles fined two dollars for speeding on Washington Street.

Chiude Beezley M. L. Mce Keen Beezley McKeen Chicago Great Western Railway Moe Keen C. A. Pines William Woods Paul Ayles Washington Street

The Art of It Blobbs Political Parlay

A Philadelphia Record quote set contrasts Skin’s alleged money theft with his persuasive speech. Blobbs declares Skin a hypnotist, then the other vice versa calling him a politician, highlighting the era’s sharp political aside.

Blobbs Philadelphia Record

Ozone treatment promises cures for all chronic diseases

A Waterloo physician declares specialty in chronic ailments and advertises modern equipment, including an Ozone machine touted as heat treatment for respiratory and nervous system issues. He vows to cure if possible and urges patients to try alternatives first, hinting at a forthcoming proposition and liquor habit treatment at reasonable rates.

Waterloo Tan

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